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Last night a longtime friend of mine reached out for HR advice and thankfully I was able to provide some perspective. There may be different names for the fact-finding process, be it a Study or an Investigation but in the end it all comes down to one thing; did the employer respond to the claim by…
According to this article, employees’ perceptions of work conditions have a significant impact on the performance of their organizations. This was according to research from Gallup, Inc. published in Perspectives on Psychological Science. Employee Work Perceptions Predict Organizational Success In my years of working I have found one saying to be true and that is…
News recently broke on Pentagon employees and contractors downloading child pornography with government computers. It seems outrageous to say the least and yet I would be lying to say I have never seen this behavior on company time. Every employer is at risk and this situation only highlights why every company needs to have a…
Here is some fine print not to be missed if you are doing business with the government or have any interest of developing a subcontractor relationship in the future. HRBOOST®, LLC is skilled in the administration of compliance programs including EEO, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you find this new legislation has you unprepared…
I took a moment this morning to read “The Next Phase in Financial Reform”. I included a link for your convenience as I advise reviewing two segments specific to Fiduciary Duty and Corporate Disclosure. Currently the SEC is taking feedback and they have generated email accounts so that anyone can weigh in. Are you engaged? “The…
In reflection of yesterday’s 6th Annual Awards Symposium for Chicago’s “101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For“, it is inspiring to see leaders in human resources from across Chicago gather to recognize best practices in the field. It brings to mind a quote from John Quincy Adams, “If your actions inspire others to dream more,…
We have all heard of a story about a highly educated, highly skilled executive who was promoted into a leadership position only to fail at the job. And you may have also heard about someone not extraordinary but solid in their abilities who was promoted into a similar position and then soared based on their…
It is human nature to care for others when they are not well. With the potential stresses of everyday life, many may begin to express that they are not well. What makes it even more difficult is the fact that the work must go on. The challenge is being an understanding manager while making sure…
A wise woman, Marilyn vos Savant once stated, “Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it permanent.” In today’s business landscape there are many who may feel defeated. Whenever possible, reassure your staff, your team and yourself if necessary. Avoid discouragement with encouragement and a look to the future. Whether…
